Oil and Gas

In the oil and gas industry an average of 830 injuries are reported per year and the highest injury occurs from contact with objects and equipment. Of the 830 injuries reported, the highest body part injured per year is on the hands with an average over 150. Hand injuries are easily preventable and these tips will help prevent hand injuries within the oil and gas industry:

The second highest injury within the oil and gas industry occurs from bodily reaction and exertion. Here are a few tips on how to prevent ergonomic and exertion injuries within the oil and gas industry:

Use lifting devices, load leveling devices, carts or dollies when moving heavy and large objects

Push, do not pull

Avoid an excessive work pace or extended shifts for repetitive forceful work tasks